Cotter Schools to Induct New Members into Hall of Fame

The 2026 Hall of Fame inductees are Bob Smith, Class of 1975; Patrick Leaf, Class of 2004; and the 2006 State Champion Softball Team. 

Smith, a member of the Class of 1975, and Leaf, a member of the Class of 2004, will be honored for their accomplishments and contributions as members of the Cotter community. Joining them in this year's Hall of Fame class is the 2006 Cotter State Champion Softball Team, recognizing the team's outstanding achievement on the field and its place in Cotter athletic history. Members of the 2006 softball team include: Brittany Alvine (Duellman), Nicole Benesh (Kirkvold), Coach Pat Bowlin, Jennifer Carlson (Gilbertson), Courtney Dennis, Devin Drager (Bowlin), Toni Marie Drazkowski (Kujak), Laura Siebenaler (Erickson), Coach Randy Florin, Katie George (Florin), Chelsea Goldblatt (Cierzan), Bridget Hale (Wilma), Julia Hefte, Manager Scott McLeod, Anna Reichgelt (Buege), Alyssa Renk (Schultz), Hannah Rockwell (Callahan), Janine Stanton (Englerth), Samantha Storsveen, Whitney Weber (Wisecup), Allie Welle (Gernes), Katherine Werle, and Erica Ziegeweid (Hengel).

The Hall of Fame induction provides an opportunity for alumni, family, friends, staff, and the Cotter community to come together to celebrate the accomplishments and lasting impact of those who have helped shape the Rambler tradition.

Schedule of Events

4:00 PM - Social
4:30 PM - Induction Ceremony

The event will be held in St. Joseph Hall on the Cotter campus, Door 9, 1165 W. Broadway, Winona.

Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP at cotterschools.org/hall-of-fame.

Cotter Schools is proud to honor its alumni, teams, and community members whose accomplishments and contributions reflect the spirit, tradition, and values of Cotter Schools.